S.E.M. (The Sun, the Earth, and the Moon)

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S.E.M. (The Sun, the Earth, and the Moon)

Postby Michael Rubinstein » September 11th, 2023, 10:06 pm

https://youtu.be/aFuAWCNEuOI?si=OVyvHC1ErSfc9zCO

S.E.M. (The Sun, the Earth, and the Moon) is a Sun and Moon routine unlike any other!! I am proud to release this limited edition set (only 100 sets will ever be released), which comes with a special set of gaffed coins made by master coin maker Ted Bogusta:
1.  dollar sized copper shell
2.  TWO c/s inserts that fit precisely into the shell
3. Regular copper coin showing the aztec sun stone
4. Steel shimmed Eisenhower bicentennial dollar showing the moon on the tails side
5. A globe set consisting of a colored globe, a crystal globe, a ball holder, a specially gimmicked globe base
6. a portable pocket
7. a video tutorial lasting over an hour and twenty minutes, which teaches you how to perform this not only as a five minute showpiece, but also as a shorter routine for table hopping!
8. Also, as a special bonus there are 5 David Roth business cards distributed randomly within the 100 sets. Will you be one of the five lucky people?

***UNTIL September 16th this will only be available only through me, at a special pre-sale price of:
 $275, ppd in the USA
$325 outside the USA which includes shipping. 

Starting September 16, this will be available both from myself and from Meir Yedid at mymagic.com for the price of:
$325
-ppd in the USA
-Postage extra outside the USA

Payment to me can be made as follows:
1. By PayPal: to rubinsteindvm@aol.com (please use the friends and family option for USA ordering, or it costs me more!)
2. By Venmo:
 to @Michael-Rubinstein-16

 MAKE SURE TO INCLUDE YOUR ADDRESS IN THE MESSAGE SECTION WHEN YOU ORDER!!!!
A live performance for both the showpiece version and the shorter version for table hopping can be found on my YouTube channel, Rubinstein Coin Magic.

Remember, the price goes up on September 16, so order now to save!!

Address any questions you might have to
Dr. Michael Rubinstein
2500 Johnson Ave. Apt. 12P
Bronx, NY 10463
347-524-8623
rubinsteindvm@aol.com

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Re: S.E.M. (The Sun, the Earth, and the Moon)

Postby Doug Thornton » September 12th, 2023, 1:09 pm

Michael, hello. This is intriguing. Thank you.

Here are Michael's videos as he mentioned above.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0pj_n5Ss4xM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GqQm8961ZcY
Smiles all around
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Re: S.E.M. (The Sun, the Earth, and the Moon)

Postby Michael Rubinstein » September 15th, 2023, 8:47 am

Reminder that the price goes up at 12 A.M. EST tonight, so be sure to act now and SAVE! Ordering details at rubinsteindvm@aol.com

https://youtu.be/Rv2ARwh6zho?si=DPCcQmeAx1nntvtp

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Re: S.E.M. (The Sun, the Earth, and the Moon)

Postby Michael Rubinstein » September 16th, 2023, 7:44 am

Presale is OVER, but there are still sets available!
$325 ppd in USA
SHIPPING EXTRA OUTSIDE THE USA

Contact me at rubinsteindvm@aol.com for ordering information
Also available at Meir Yedid at mymagic.com

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Re: S.E.M. (The Sun, the Earth, and the Moon)

Postby Michael Rubinstein » September 18th, 2023, 7:15 am

This comes from Mike Peckham, who just posted on the Magic Cafe:
"Dr. Rubinstein has done it again with another showpiece routine in the style that David Roth made famous over 40 years ago. The Sun, Earth and Moon is a modular, multi-phase routine that is perfect (and adaptable) for parlor, table hopping and formal close up (sitting at a table). With time and effort, the average coin magician can definitely perform this routine. One of the great features is that you receive everything you need to perform the routine, no longer do you have to scour ebay for obscure props, trying to match up your coin gaffes, etc. You receive it all to perform in a variety of environments, coupled with top notch video instructions. Plus, if you get stuck on something, send Mike a note and he will get back to you with a solution(s). You can’t go wrong with this and its highly recommended."

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Re: S.E.M. (The Sun, the Earth, and the Moon)

Postby Michael Rubinstein » September 21st, 2023, 5:18 pm

Thought you all might like to watch this video review of S.E.M. by Rick Holcombe, where he uses the props to create his own routine, then talks about everything in the package:
https://youtu.be/Bs16c4ElLX0?si=0f7qfDhT1O8yK91e

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Re: S.E.M. (The Sun, the Earth, and the Moon)

Postby Michael Rubinstein » September 22nd, 2023, 2:06 pm

Here is another review by Jeremy Vine, posted on the Magic Cafe:

"I received Dr Michael Rubinstein's S.E.M in the UK. With international delivery, this was an expensive purchase and I did hesitate before ordering. Not just because of the price but because I generally avoid carrying coin magic props beyond a small purse. The joy of coin magic for me is the simplicity and lightweight materials required, and the ease of portability (ie, in one's pockets). However, I am very pleased with what I received. S.E.M is beautifully crafted. It is highly portable and easy to use in different environments.
The coins (including gimmicked coins) are top-notch quality. The [ has perfect coverage. This set is on a par with coins I have from the late, great Todd Lassen. I can see myself using these coins in other routines. This set of coins is unique and gorgeous. The quality is amazing for a gimmicked set. It leaves me wondering why other gimmick makers cannot come close to producing this quality.
Michael has produced a wonderful effect. It is a very well-thought out routine and the video instruction (at nearly an hour-and-a-half) is everything I have come to expect from Michael, including some wonderful close-ups from the magician's view. His instruction pays attention to the smallest detail and to alternatives where one might want to handle things another way. I have purchased from Michael in the past and even before I did, he has always been helpful with email answers and support.
I could go on at length but I now see that Rick Holcombe's video explains this far better than I ever will. It is an excellent example of how one can tailor and develop one's own routines with this delightful set of props. It's not cheap but for any serious coin worker S.E.M is well worth the investment.
Thank you, Michael, for this creation. I am delighted to be one of the 100 magicians to own S.E.M."

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Re: S.E.M. (The Sun, the Earth, and the Moon)

Postby Michael Rubinstein » October 6th, 2023, 4:57 pm

After seeing Rick Holcombe perform his own version of S.E.M. in his review video, some people have written wondering if my own routine can also be performed sitting. You can do the five minute showpiece perfectly when sitting at a table, with a slight variation of the globe change as seen here:
https://youtu.be/k1IfglrfR68?si=aKUKoRu4vLzTF5gg

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Re: S.E.M. (The Sun, the Earth, and the Moon)

Postby Michael Rubinstein » October 16th, 2023, 2:29 am

I will be back from vacation today. All orders of S.E.M. (The Sun, the Earth, and the Moon) will go out tomorrow. Thanks for your interest in S.E.M.!

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Re: S.E.M. (The Sun, the Earth, and the Moon)

Postby Michael Rubinstein » November 1st, 2023, 5:02 pm

With David Copperfield anmouncing that he will make the moon disappear in February, this will be the perfect and topical effect to perform. With S.E.M. you can make the moon disappear, reappear in impossible locations and transpose, not to mention the additional magic done with the sun and earth! And as shown in the performances, you can do this as a stand up or sit down showpiece, or do the shorter version for table hopping. But don't just take my word, here is a review posted on the Magic Cafe from Nathan Kranzo:

"This is like getting an entire magic act in a box.
So much cool stuff. The clear globe ending is absolutely awesome and the actual prop is stunning. Mr. Rubinstein has done it again. Not only are the routines and ideas that he provides absolutely awesome visual magic. But the props are the highest order. Ted Bogusta is a master craftsman, and these sun and moon gimmicks are absolutely beautiful. There is nothing like them available. You will definitely want to get a set ASAP before they are gone forever. I can't recommend this set highly enough. Congratulations Michael. Another winner!!!!"

Thanks Nathan! Available by inquiring to me at rubinsteindvm@aol.com, or ordering right from Meir Yedid's site, mymagic.com

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Re: S.E.M. (The Sun, the Earth, and the Moon)

Postby Michael Rubinstein » November 15th, 2023, 5:58 pm

Black Friday sale starts 11/20. Watch this space...

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Re: S.E.M. (The Sun, the Earth, and the Moon)

Postby Michael Rubinstein » November 18th, 2023, 3:06 pm

Black Friday deal starts now! See information here:
https://youtu.be/JUPWV7UzRBI?si=hcY0NMpbInUPeBc9

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Re: S.E.M. (The Sun, the Earth, and the Moon)

Postby Michael Rubinstein » November 21st, 2023, 10:32 am

People have asked if it is possible to use S.E.M. for a carry anywhere trick. Here is a simplified handling that doesn't require the globe prop, can be carried for an impromptu performance, and makes good use of the special coins. Watch here:
https://youtu.be/sD7GVNpwS_M?si=Z9exV9NA5O1H8iQ1
And for those just tuning in, you can see the Black Friday deal going on for this and other products, as well as other handlings for S.E.M. that can be done as a 5 minute showpiece for larger audiences (stand up or sit down), or tapered for table hopping (this version is also good to use for table hopping, if you don't want to carry around the globe prop).

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Re: S.E.M. (The Sun, the Earth, and the Moon)

Postby Michael Rubinstein » November 27th, 2023, 7:32 am

Last day of my Black Friday sale! This is the time to take advantage of special pricing that won't be repeated. Ends tonight at 10 PM EST!
All Black Friday deals for S.E.M., MIGRATE, The Other Hand, and Rubinstein Coin Magic, as well as ordering information, can be found here:
https://youtu.be/JUPWV7UzRBI?si=SF1L6Lj28LM0o1Co

S.E.M. Promo:
https://youtu.be/aFuAWCNEuOI?si=2bGkw8s5s8hAjfhG

The Other Hand Promo:
https://youtu.be/4DAHCkdrTcc?si=QNGUMPWrVEfC5Sru

Migrate Promo:
https://youtu.be/gGjMtW1DLjA?si=ypoMXS4nqRoSDfBX

Rubinstein Coin Magic Promo:
https://youtu.be/HUgjREH3HJw?si=C2vHCH1dZdzN1bQp

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Re: S.E.M. (The Sun, the Earth, and the Moon)

Postby Michael Rubinstein » December 13th, 2023, 4:30 pm

GREAT review by Craig Petty on his review show today. It starts at 8:48 here:
https://youtu.be/ZLdFtJDLxSI?si=N_lAF3wg8AE9tP7P

And as a bonus, there is an additional 24 minute tutorial included that teaches two more handlings! Available from me or from Meir Yedid at mymagic.com


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